Matt Zalaznick

Matt Zalaznick is a life-long journalist. Prior to writing for District Administration he worked in daily news all over the country, from the NYC suburbs to the Rocky Mountains, Silicon Valley and the U.S. Virgin Islands. He's also in a band.

Controversy over critical race theory hits higher ed

Kansas' state universities must generate a list of courses that cover critical race theory after a state senator asked the Board of Regents to look into the topic.

4 PLCs strengthen education-to-employment pipeline

Four communities will bring together high school educators, community college faculty, workforce development professionals, community organizations and business owners.

4 ways to optimize alumni networks for student success

Only a small fraction of graduates have found their college's alumni networks "very helpful" in launching their professional lives, studies have shown. 

How a university will guide local K-12 equity overhaul

Roger Williams University will lead Providence Public School District in developing a community-driven scorecard to measure process toward equity in education.

How an app lets students connect on mental health

Student-moderated unmasked app, which has been adopted by dozens of campuses, gives students a new outlet to connect over mental health concerns and the daily challenges of campus life.

COVID upends students’ college plans in many ways

More than a third of students reconsider enrolling in college while many others explore career-oriented alternatives due to the COVID, a new survey finds.

How a campus food truck blends business and benevolence

John Carroll University students are launching a food truck that will serve the lunch crowd during the day and the homeless on nights and weekends.

Here are the 5 soft skills employers demand most

A new report confirms what many K-12 and college educators have been saying in recent years: Soft skills are critically important to employers across the workforce.

Liberal arts colleges band together on racial equity

Preparing campus employees to lead on issues of racial justice and equity is the goal of the newly formed Liberal Arts College Racial Equity Leadership Alliance.

Donors encouraged to focus on student outcomes

Influential guide encourages donors to direct gifts towards college programs that boost student outcomes and prepare graduates for careers

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